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Which language do Jains speak?
From the 12th century, various regional languages emerged in North India: variants of Gujarati and Hindi, the two languages predominantly used by the Jains, were also resorted to by new commentators. Today modern forms of these languages are used by Jain religious teachers both in their writings and preaching.
How is Krishna related to Jainism?
Krishna, who was the 9th and last Jain Vasudev, was his first cousin. He was born at Sauripura in the Yadu lineage, like Krishna. His birth date was the fifth day of Shravana Shukla of the Jain calendar.
What is the mother tongue of Jains?
Jain Prakrit is a term loosely used for the language of the Jain Agamas (canonical texts). The books of Jainism were written in the popular vernacular dialects (as opposed to Sanskrit which was the classical standard of Brahmanism), and therefore encompass a number of related dialects.
Are Jains high caste?
Jain castes are excellent examples of the middle-range castes that have always created intractable problems for theories of caste.
Does Jainism have a holy scripture?
Unlike most common monotheistic religions, Jainism does not have one holy book that characterizes their faith. Instead they have a collection of holy writings and scriptures. The holy teachers are called the Jina, and they are the epitome of teaching for all Jains, especially the Jina Mahavira.
Are there any sacred books of Jainism?
The Jain religion does not have one sacred book like the Bible or Koran, but it has many books complied by many followers. Jain scripture rejects both the Hindu Vedas and non-Jain writings as sources of religious authority and practice.
What are the names of the Holy Book of Jainism?
The Kalpa Sutra is the holy book of the of Jainism religion. It includes the biographies of Jain thirthankaras. They are humans who achieve enlightenment via asceticism. It is read in the eight day long festival called Paryushan
What is the main book of Jainism?
The holy book of Jainism is Pravachansara.